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We take you through what you need to do if you've been asked to write a reference for a UCAS Undergraduate applicant.

Stand out from the crowd by showcasing who you are and what you can bring to a university as you begin your undergraduate journey.

We can help you increase your applications across the full 18-month conversion funnel, from initial research, right up until acceptance. From discovery brand awareness activities to pre- and post-application campaigns, as well as Clearing, we help universities and colleges drive their student recruitment to the students who would love to choose them.

Find out about our undergraduate service to providers and members.

Once you’ve made the decision that HE is right for you, you might start thinking about how you’re going to prepare to study at university or college.

How you get a reference for your application depends on if you’re applying individually, or through a school, college, or a centre registered with UCAS.

Find out when you need to reply, how to accept or decline offers, and about the different replies you can make.

Read our tips for international applicants, about choosing a course and university, how to apply, visas, student finance, and where to get help and support.

Find out about the different decisions universities and colleges can make on your application.

Each course, and most universities and colleges, have different requirements – usually a mix of qualifications, subjects, or exam grades. Learn more about them here.

If you are in care, or have experience of being in care in the past, there's lots of support available in higher education to help you with finance, accommodation, and settling in.

Finding somewhere you'll be happy to live is an important part of uni life.

Interviews and auditions help course tutors compare applicants before deciding what offers to make. Here are some useful tips to help you prepare for your interview.

Higher education is an inclusive environment where support can be provided to help you study. Find out more.

If you have been asked to write a reference for an independent applicant who is not currently attending school or college, please read through the advice below before starting.

These statistical releases describe applicants and applications from the 2017 UCAS cycle at the 24 March deadline. The 24 March deadline is applicable to some art and design courses.

These statistical releases describe applicants and applications from the 2018 UCAS cycle at the 24 March deadline. The 24 March deadline is applicable to some art and design courses.